How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Baton Rouge start from $237. The average price for this route is around $318. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Baton Rouge is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1507 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Baton Rouge route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Baton Rouge at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

A bus trip from Detroit to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Baton Rouge from $219 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	7:20am	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 21h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 21h	7:40pm	Baton Rouge Park&Ride	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	7:20am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	1:45am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	1:45am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	1:45am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:40pm	Baton Rouge Park&Ride	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 21h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	1:45am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Baton Rouge on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	10:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	7:40pm	Baton Rouge Park&Ride	No tags
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	1:45am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:28 PM EST.

Get from Detroit to Baton Rouge

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

1507 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Baton Rouge?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Baton Rouge

A
Greyhound Station
1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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B
LSU Chevron Station
2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
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C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States
D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,417 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,542 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Baton Rouge by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Baton Rouge start from $237. The average price for this route is around $318. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Baton Rouge is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1507 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Baton Rouge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Baton Rouge at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
A bus trip from Detroit to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-04

No data

12-05

$227

Today

$229

12-07

$231

12-08

$227

12-09

$220

12-10

$219

12-11

$230

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $219

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Baton Rouge, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $219 to $319 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $219 which is on 2025-12-10.